the power of mass media

Mass media has the potential to influence, control and stimulate progress and change in society. The media can make you a hero or a villain; it also determines who they put on the periphery for a life time. The media are the gate keepers of the news. It has the potential to place matters at the center of debate, for instance when it comes to controversial issues, the media can get everyone to talk and debate about that particular issue.  Mass media makes it easier for individuals to get information, news etc.  For instance when Nigeria won the nations cup everyone in the world knew about it and could watch it instantly. it is also our focal point for our free time, for instance a lot of people watch TV or videos when they are relaxing or when they have free time which makes media a leisure-time activity and entertainment in south Africa.(Chobokoane and Budlender,2002:04) . The media is a place where the changing of cultures and values of society are being displayed, constructed and communicated.

where do we draw the line

Better start handling your social media account or forget about the promotion.

People on social networks with their cell phones.

Social media has revolutionized the way customers interact with business by opening up a door to a form of two-way communication. Social media might seem like just a bit of fun, but more and more often we are seeing the things said on twitter and Facebook having a serious effect on real life. There’s a 21 year old biology student who took to twitter the story about Fabrice Mauamba who collapsed on the pitch in March. To express his amusement at the footballer’s heart attack, he was subsequently arrested when others reported him to the police and later charged with inciting racial hatred. His career prospects are in tatters. So be very careful of what you say social media can make or break you.

If you think photos of you and your friends are not a big deal! You better think again. They could cost you your future job. “Significant percentage of job seekers is passed over because of inappropriate Facebook twitter or other social media “says Dennis MCcafferty. Be careful of what you post and what others post about you, because social media is a dominant form of communication you can learn more a person by viewing their public persona.

A girl posing drunk on her public persona.

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The vision of the university is to be premier, embracing, africa city offering a mix of vocational and academic programes that advances freedom, democracy, equality and human dignity as high ideals of humanity thriough distinguished scholarship, exellence in teaching, reputable research and innovation, and through putting intellectual capitol to work.

The Public Relations department of the University of Johannesburg South Africa, host an annual event called the open day. The purpose of the open day is to raise awerness about the university and the programs the university offers. The event is set to attract more than 60 000 students nationwide. The event will take place from the 11th-12th of may 2012 on the four various campuses of the university.This is a very big event for the university considering the tragic events that have occured on the premises. This event is mostly targeting matric learners and parents to come find out more about the courses and the student life at uuniversity.

The University of Johannesburg seems to be popular so to avoid disappointment learners should apply in time. UJ Rethink Education Reinvent yourself.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

• Grade 11 final results.
• certified copy of your I.D.
• Application fee of 400.

what is public relations?


At its core, public relations revolves around this universal truth: people act based upon their perception of facts. By managing, controlling, or influencing people's perceptions, public relations professionals hope to initiate a sequence of behaviors that will lead to the achievement of an organization's objectives. When those in public relations successfully create, change, or reinforce opinion through persuasion, their primary objective is accomplished.

scared that maybe your profession might be saturated and stress any further because the is more you can do.
It's no secret that communication skills are important for those considering a career in the public relations field. Pairing an English or Journalism degree with courses in marketing, sales, public relations, and business can be an effective way to prepare for a career in this industry. There are also many excellent online communications and public relations degree programs and public relations graduate certificate programs to choose from which can make learning about this exciting industry convenient and rewarding. www.worldwidelearn.com